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  Pros and Cons of an Open House When Selling Your Home

  Guest Post by Alex Romanov When it’s time to sell your house, you want to do things right without wasting valuable time. You need to carefully explore the various marketing tools at your disposal. While there are many t...

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  Fresh Ideas for Increasing Property Value

  Guest Post by 3DShedPlans.com Recent home sale statistics show that people are not moving as often and are spending money renovating their current house instead. Making a home improvement isn’t always as tough as you mi...

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  Are You Prepared for All the Costs of Buying a Home?

  Guest post by Holly Welles Property is a substantial investment and one that first-time home buyers aren't always prepared to make. When you look at the costs of buying a home, you have far more to consider than the standard ...

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  Tips for First-Time Military Homebuyers

  Guest Post by Rob GreenbaumFor any first-time homebuyer, navigating the loan and mortgage process can be complex and even a bit scary. Some new homebuyers don’t know where to start or they may be overwhelmed with the am...

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  6 Tips for Downsizing Your Home

  Guest post by Alex RomanovYou don’t need to be a minimalist to embrace the merits of a less-cluttered home. In fact, many new homeowners agree that downsizing is now the new cool.  There are many reasons you might ...

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  10 Questions You Must Ask Your Mortgage Broker or Lender

  Guest Post by Eric WeisbrotIf you’re in the market to purchase a home, it’s highly likely that getting a mortgage is on your radar. Many consumers utilize the financial institutions where they bank to get a home l...

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  7 Renovations That Pay Dividends to Your Home's Worth

  Guest Post by Chris EverettMost homeowners dive head first into renovations without considering the level of skill, materials, and budget required. Whether you are planning to sell your home or simply feel like replacing the ...

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  6 Home Finances You Should Be Tracking

  Guest post by John Bodrozic Everyone tells you that your home is your largest financial asset and biggest ongoing expense. But no one seems to help you understand all the different financial ways to manage your home. Here ar...

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  7 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Real Estate Agent

  Guest Post by Linnaea Elzinga Buying a home can be an intimidating experience, and one of those hurdles is picking the right real estate agent for you. Different specialties, personalities, availability, and communication sty...

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  6 Home Projects to Tackle While Beating the Winter Blues

  Guest Post by Elaine ThompsonThe doldrums of winter: The days are short, the temperature is low, and people tend to hibernate. That usually means spending most of your time inside, staring at the same interior. It’s the...

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